Lightroom 101 class

Registration for Lightroom 101 will open soon, and likely run in the winter 2018 or early 2019.

Class size is limited. First come first serve!

Please comment below to be notified when registration for this class opens!

It’s no secret that I love photography! But combining photography with a busy family of 10 can often leave me short on time! Lightroom allows me time to edit my photos in the most efficient way possible. I’m thrilled to share what I know and how I make editing happen given a busy schedule and little time!

My course, Lightroom 101: An Editing class for Beginners, will demonstrate how I edit photos efficiently via Lightroom. I’ll keep it simple, use easy-to-understand language, and give step-by-step instructions and video demonstrations. No secrets. If I know it, I’m willing to share it!

Just roll over the photo to see what it looked like before I edited in Lightroom-

If you don’t already have Lightroom, you will need an active subscription to Lightroom to participate. Adobe offers a subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud that includes Lightroom forUS$9.99/mo. Click HERE for more information on how to purchase and download the Lightroom program to your computer.

The course is 5 weeks long, with several lessons per week. We all learn in different ways, so there will be both written lessons and over 20 video tutorials. And this class is going to be totally interactive! We’re going to do this together! Via a private forum just for our class, you can share your photos online {or not}, ask questions, and get feedback anytime throughout the class. You will be able to see what the other students in the class are doing and asking too. You choose when to check in online, view course material, and there’s no pressure because you work at your own pace. You can participate during nap time, in the middle of the night, only on the weekend, or whenever you find an opportunity. Feel free to come to class in your jammies! I know I will! I will be available the whole time for questions and to offer clarifications and information. After 4 weeks of lessons, you will have an additional week to let it all sink in, practice and ask more questions.

Here’s just a little of what my Lightroom 101 students have done with their own photos. Roll over the photo to see the image before their edited it in Lightroom.

Images taken with your DSLR and downloaded on to your computer to practice

A Facebook account

Access to high-speed internet to view video tutorials

How much does the class cost?
Registration cost is $199 for 4 weeks of instruction. Class size will be limited, and is available first come first serve.

Here’s what some past participants have to say:Before this class I tried to self-teach myself Lightroom by youtube videos and it only confused me more. Your streamlined process and workflow really helped untangle the mess I made for myself. Your videos and pdf’s were really clear and didn’t over-saturate my brain with information. But most of all, I really appreciate how flexible and accommodating you were AND continue to be even though class has ended. It’s just gives me a sense of security to know that I can still lean on you in case of trouble. That feeling is just priceless and worth every cent. ~Danielle

I took the Lightroom class, and I feel that it changed and improved my photography! Not only did I learn how to edit and get the photos just the way I want, but I also started seeing the things I was taking pictures of differently. I now think about all the details of what makes a good shot. There is LOTS to learn about photo editing and the Lightroom class left me feeling very comfortable with it. I would highly recommend it! ~Rebecca

Several months ago I took Nancy’s photography class. I learned to much and loved the feedback she provided. When I heard she was doing a class on photo editing I jumped in without hesitation and I have not been disappointed! I was an absolute beginner with Lightroom and I feel like I have learned so much! The lessons are short and concise and the combination of written lessons and video lessons makes it very easy to learn. Nancy is excellent with offering constructive feedback and lots of encouragement of each photo. The entire class has been a very fun learning experience and I have taken several photos that I liked and turned them into photos that I LOVE! Thanks for you wonderful, easy to follow teaching, Nancy! ~Erin M.
I learned so much from the Lightroom class! Nancy’s lessons are very clear, easy to follow, and packed with information and tons of useful tips! Before this class I hesitated a lot with my editing, worried that I didn’t know what I was doing, but now that it has been so clearly explained I am really enjoying it and my photos look fantastic! ~Melissa C.
I’d like to thank you for putting together such a wonderful course and sharing your knowledge with us. I have thoroughly enjoyed each lesson and have already greatly improved my photos. My husband is pretty impressed and I’m thrilled because photos mean so much to me. I love that your course has given me the flexibility to work at my own pace without any pressure. With four kiddos at home, I need flexibility! The sessions have been the perfect length with different learning options for different learning styles. Your class has been one of the best investments in improving my pictures. Thank you again! ~Erica M.Nancy’s Lightroom 101 is a fantastic way to jump into editing in LR without feeling overwhelmed or lost. LR 101 has given me the tools to jump into LR feeling like I know what I’m doing. I am now comfortable and increasingly confident when navigating LR and editing my photos. Nancy’s tutorials are concise and clear. There’s no struggling with a manual or jargon. The lessons are easy to fit into a busy schedule and even though they are short, they are packed with information so you start seeing an improvement in your photos immediately. The virtual group setting for the class is a big plus– while class size is small, it is nice to get feedback and share questions with others, and Nancy provides plenty of individual attention. I highly recommend this course for anyone new to LR. ~Annika A.I went into the class knowing nothing about the program, and by the end I felt very comfortable maneuvering around Lightroom. I love how easy it is to edit my photos now. She is very easy to understand and if you ever have any questions she is quick to reply. My favorite part about the class structure is the flexibility it allows. There are no (required) assignments and you can go at your own pace. I would definitely recommend taking a class from Nancy, and I hope to take more in the future! ~Katy C.

PS-Did I mention I’m {uber} excited to show you how to do all this? I AM!

Rebecca Clayton-I’ve been using Picasa, and it just doesn’t do all that I want it to do. I would love to take this class and learn about Lightroom.ReplyCancel

December 3, 2014 - 6:41 pm

Sugey -Please keep me informed. I am a beginner and I would love to take a class 🙂ReplyCancel

January 5, 2015 - 4:35 am

Tamatha -I am very interested in the Lightroom class. I am however not on facebook. Is this an absolute requirement?
Thanks-TamathaReplyCancel

January 5, 2015 - 9:55 pm

admin -Yes it is or you would miss so so much of the class. I have a love hate relationship with Facebook, but it’s the platform that seems to be the most convenient for the most amount of folks.ReplyCancel

Dolores Tipton -I’m very frustrated with trying to teach myself Lightroom. Please let me know when you will be having another beginning class. Thank you.ReplyCancel

May 12, 2015 - 4:21 pm

admin -Hi Delores,
Thank you for the interest in the class. The next LR class will likely be in Sept-ish of 2015. I put you on the interest list, so I’ll notify you when I know more specifically re dates and when registration starts. I’d love to have you there and will do my best to pass on the info in straight forward easy-to-understand words! And please don’t hesitate to ask now if you have a question.
~nancyReplyCancel

June 26, 2015 - 1:07 pm

Kelly -Found your site after clicking the adorable eggs and bacon white chocolate candy. I’m starting to learn the ropes of editing, but would appreciate a class to really dive in with instruction. I’m interested in the lightroom class if it’s still going on this summer. Thanks so much! KellyReplyCancel

July 18, 2015 - 8:31 pm

admin -Hi Kelly, I just opened up registration for the next Lightroom 101 class. It will start in October. I hope to see you there, and if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask.ReplyCancel

July 8, 2015 - 10:00 pm

Corryn -Hi. I am very interested in taking your next class. Thank you!ReplyCancel

July 18, 2015 - 8:30 pm

admin -Hi Corryn, I just opened up registration for the next LR class. It will start in October. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask. I hope to see you there!ReplyCancel

July 13, 2015 - 12:46 pm

Mary -Hi Nancy,
I’m really enjoying the Manual ‘n More class, and would like to be on the interest list for the Lightroom Class. Thanks!
MaryReplyCancel

July 18, 2015 - 8:29 pm

admin -Mary, I’ve really enjoyed having you in class too! I just opened up registration for the LR class. It will start in Oct and that’ll give you time to practice the stuff from the Manual ‘n More class and have lots of pics to practice editing on. I’m looking forward to it!ReplyCancel

admin -this class is currently registering! Click on “classes” above and if you have any questions, give me a holler! ~nancyReplyCancel

January 29, 2018 - 5:51 pm

CASSANDRA SENTER -I’m interested in the Summer session! I took your manual and more class a few years ago and it seriously was the best thing I ever did! Let me know once you have some dates finalized.ReplyCancel